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    2013 Torsen rear end in 2008?

    Can I swap just the Torsen center section into my 2008? Is it a simple swap or is it more involved? I have a complete 2013 rear end but I am thinking it would be easier to swap the center sections vs. the entire rearend. Any advice appreciated. Thank you
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    Powerstop brake rotor and pad kit

    Has anyone used these kits? I've got a coupon for American Muscle and am thinking of upgrading my stock pads and rotors. I don't track the car but I do drive a lot of curvy, mountainous roads. They have the z26 street warrior and z23 evolution sport. Any thoughts on these or a better option...
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    What would you do with this Kimber?

    This is an old Kimber Ultra Carry , not a Carry II. It's got a lot of carry wear and light pitting on the slide. Since I have so little in it I am thinking of experimenting with a coating. What coating and color scheme would be good for this gun? Anyone know a good place to send it to have...
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    Will a 2013 Rearend work in a 2008?

    Will a 2013 GT500 Torsen rear be a direct bolt up in a 2008 GT500? I'm looking to do a complete rear swap and am wondering if I would need to adapt anything? The new rear has 3.73 gears vs. my current 3.31. I suspect my traction button wouldn't work with the new rear? Thanks
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    Gun Safes, what do you have (pics) and what do you recommend?

    I've got an older 1200 lb. Cannon self locking gun safe. It's a very good quality safe, it has locking bolts all around the door and although I'm not sure of the thickness of the steel I suspect it's at least 11 gauge due to its weight. When you close the door the bolts automatically lock...
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    Just rolled 180,000 miles in my 08

    Although these are not all my miles I think it's a good testament about the build quality of this car. I bought the car with high mileage thinking I can drive it and not worry about keeping it pristine. It's not my daily driver since I have to use my work car when traveling but when I'm in...
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    Highest mileage GT500? Its a driver!

    So I am sitting at 178,940 miles. Not all mine, but nonetheless it's still a pretty amazing testament to the quality of this engine and car. I've yet to see anyone with higher mileage. Thinking of getting a tuner just to data log what's going on with the engine. I've thought about getting a...
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    Front coil spring isolator (sleeve) used on GT500?

    I have everything I need to build another strut assembly using my lowering springs but am unclear on the need for the rubber sleeve at the bottom of the springs. The previous owner installed new strut assemblies that do not have anything at the bottom of the springs, they are seated in the...
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    Coolant on the ground after driving

    The last couple of times I've driven my car I have noticed that coolant is on the ground in my carport on the drivers side. It's not a whole lot. The car is not overheating. Any suggestions as to what I should check? I can't seem to find where it is leaking. Thanks
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    Front cross brace bolt broken- tips to remove?

    I've got some jacking rails to install. When I got under the car I see where someone has broken off one of the front cross brace bolts. Any suggestions as to the best way fix? Thanks
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    Will 2010 GT500 struts/shocks work on 2008?

    Are they any better? I found some good low mileage used ones for cheap, wondering if they'll fit and if they are any better than the 2008's. Thanks
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    Pics of my new True Forged sleepers

    I bought these from Steve at TF a couple of months ago. Just now got around to getting the right sized tires mounted. Here's a couple of pics. I lowered the rear and I have the lowering springs for the front but I'm not sure I'm going to lower it. Just thought I'd share. Very nice quality...
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    Differential bushing replacement

    I've searched and don't see much about this but my high mileage 2008 has a noise when driving that sounds like the rotation of the rearend assembly is transferring sound to the body of the car. I'm starting to think its the rearend housing bushing, either on the upper control arm or the housing...
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    Ignition switch issues..

    My ignition switch is sometimes not turning. I'm afraid that one day I'll get in the car and it won't start due to the switch being stuck. Can I get a new switch programmed to my key or how does that work? To complicate things, I only have one key and do not have any remotes. If I wasn't...
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    Run flat, any recommendations?

    Are there any good run flat's that are reasonably priced that have good all around performance? Are they worth running? I'm thinking they would be good for preserving high dollar wheels. Any advice? Thanks, Mike
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    How much rearend noise is normal for 08 GT500?

    I have a high mileage convertible, just recently bought it. It has a constant noise coming from the rear, almost like a grinding noise - not a whining noise. I've heard a few folks say the rearends in these cars make noise, but what is normal? Maybe it's louder because I have a vert, but it's...
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    WTB stock catalytic converter 2008 Shelby GT500

    I'm looking for passenger side OEM cat, mine has a hole in it. Thanks, Mike

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